Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.
We are recruiting 2 graduate Research Assistants to work on a randomised controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the Multimodal Approach to Preventing Suicide in Schools (MAPSS) intervention for Year 9 students in 36 schools across England. The role will involve supporting day-to-day trial administration, participant recruitment, liaison with schools, and quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis with young people and professionals.
Tasks include working within specified research grants and/or projects; to undertake research, conducting and recording the outcome of experiments and fieldwork and conducting literature and database surveys; to contribute to the analysis and presentation of results to internal/external audiences.
You will require a minimum Honours degree (2:1 or above) in either Psychology or equivalent discipline and be able to demonstrate an ability to run empirical research with little supervision.
The positions will be full time for 41 months, beginning January 2027.
In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including
- generous annual leave entitlement
- pension scheme
- induction and development support
- family-friendly policies
This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.
LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.
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MAPSS Research Assistant (Fixed term for 41 months) in Liverpool employer: Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University is an outstanding employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for academic leaders passionate about nursing education. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to numerous growth opportunities, including professional training and research initiatives, all while being part of a vibrant community in the heart of Liverpool. The university's focus on academic excellence and strategic partnerships ensures that you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing education.
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Liverpool John Moores University Recruitment Team
